College Career at Alabama
Amari Cooper played college football at the University of Alabama from 2013 to 2014. He became one of the top wide receivers in the NCAA, leading the Crimson Tide with 1,727 receiving yards and 18 touchdowns in 2014. His performance earned him the Fred Biletnikoff Award as the nation’s best wide receiver and helped Alabama win the national championship that season. Cooper declared for the NFL Draft after his sophomore year and was widely regarded as a top prospect.
During his time at Alabama, Cooper set multiple career highs in receptions, yards, and touchdowns while playing under head coach Nick Saban. He posted 104 catches for 1,727 yards and 18 scores in 2014, ranking among the best single-season outputs in college football history. His combination of size, speed, and route-running drew comparisons to elite NFL receivers and fueled his rise in draft boards. More details on his college production can be found on official Alabama athletics pages.
NFL Career with the Oakland Raiders
Cooper was selected fourth overall by the Oakland Raiders in the 2015 NFL Draft. He quickly became a focal point of the Raiders’ offense, recording 1,070 receiving yards and 6 touchdowns in his rookie season. Over the next several seasons, he continued to develop into a reliable target, posting multiple campaigns with over 1,000 yards and establishing himself as one of the league’s most consistent wideouts.
In 2018, Cooper had one of his strongest seasons with the Raiders, catching 104 passes for 1,561 yards and 10 touchdowns while earning Pro Bowl honors. His ability to generate big plays and sustain drives made him a central piece of the Raiders’ offense during his tenure. After four seasons in Oakland, Cooper was traded to the Dallas Cowboys in a blockbuster deal that sent a first-round pick to the Raiders.
Move to the Dallas Cowboys and Later Teams
Dallas Cowboys Tenure
Cooper joined the Dallas Cowboys in 2019 and immediately contributed as a primary target for quarterback Dak Prescott. In his first season with the team, he recorded 83 catches for 1,158 yards and 9 touchdowns, helping Dallas reach the playoffs. Over the following seasons, he continued to produce at a high level while playing alongside other elite receivers in the Cowboys’ offense.
After several seasons in Dallas, Cooper was traded to the Cleveland Browns ahead of the 2023 NFL season. He continued to play a significant role in Cleveland’s passing attack, adding veteran depth and production to a team built around quarterback Deshaun Watson. His career trajectory reflects a consistent pattern of high-level performance across multiple franchises, and his current roster status and latest stats are tracked by official NFL sources.